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Hyundai Kona vs MG Marvel R comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (23,100 £ vs 40,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Kona or MG Marvel R?

Hyundai Kona vs MG Marvel R: Key differences

Hyundai Kona

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • markedly more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • noticeably lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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MG Marvel R

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Kona

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Hyundai Kona is substantially cheaper – starting at 23,100 £ , while the MG Marvel R costs 40,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,220 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Hyundai Kona is markedly more efficient: consuming 14.6 kWh/100km compared to 19.4 kWh/100km for the MG Marvel R. That’s a difference of about 4.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Hyundai Kona offers clearly more range – reaching up to 514 km, about 112 km more than the MG Marvel R.

Marvel R

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the MG Marvel R offers clearly more power – delivering 288 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 70 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the MG Marvel R is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Hyundai Kona takes 7.8 s. That’s about 2.9 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the MG Marvel R is a bit faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the Hyundai Kona tops out at 172 km/h. The difference is around 28 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the MG Marvel R delivers clearly more torque with 665 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 400 Nm more.

Kona

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai Kona is noticeably lighter – 1,370 kg compared to 1,810 kg. The difference is around 440 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Kona offers clearly more boot space – 466 L compared to 357 L. That’s a difference of about 109 L.

For maximum load capacity, the MG Marvel R offers barely more capacity – up to 1,396 L, about 96 L more than the Hyundai Kona.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Kona carries marginally more – 490 kg compared to 478 kg. That’s a difference of about 12 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MG Marvel R is narrowly ahead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

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Marvel R

MG Marvel R

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 180 - 288 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 19.4 - 20.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 370 - 402 km
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Hyundai Kona

The Hyundai Kona wears its personality on the outside with bold styling and sprightly handling that turns city driving into something a little more fun than a commute. It blends practical space, modern tech and sensible running costs into a compact, stylish package — a smart pick if you want flair without paying luxury prices.

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Reviews Hyundai Kona

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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Hans
23 Apr 2026, 11:02:05

More modern car with much more advanced technology than the S-Cross. The S-Cross is functional, economical and good, but dated.

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Gorguet
10 Apr 2026, 07:38:34

Good car overall, but the finish isn't top‑notch — the paint is very fragile and chips at the slightest knock.

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MG Marvel R

The MG Marvel R combines striking, futuristic styling with a surprisingly spacious, gadget-packed cabin, giving shoppers a sharply styled electric alternative that punches above its price. It may not carry luxury-badge prestige, but it delivers honest daily usability and enough charisma to tempt buyers who want electric flair without the premium tax.

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Reviews MG Marvel R

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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Robin Prins
21 Feb 2026, 06:26:34

Nice-handling SUV. Steers much more sharply than my previous SUV, a Lynk & Co 01. Has almost the same options as the Lynk. I wanted fully electric, though. The Marvel has a realistic range. So far it has never shown the WLTP figure of 402. But whatever it shows, it achieves. And I've experienced that very differently before (Lynk & Co 01 and Mazda MX-30). In short, a very good, comfortable EV. Downsides: abrupt steering corrections and annoying warning beeps. These can be switched off, but you have to do it every time. It's also a shame that the otherwise great navigation has no Dutch voice.

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MG Marvel R

Costs and Consumption
Price
23,100 - 41,600 £
Price
40,300 - 43,700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.4 - 20.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
377 - 514 km
Electric Range
370 - 402 km
Battery Capacity
48.4 - 65.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
66.1 kWh
co2
0 - 163 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,370 - 1,773 kg
Curb weight
1,810 - 1,920 kg
Trunk capacity
466 L
Trunk capacity
357 L
Length
4,355 - 4,385 mm
Length
4,674 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Width
1,919 mm
Height
1,580 mm
Height
1,613 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,300 L
Max trunk capacity
1,396 L
Payload
420 - 490 kg
Payload
453 - 478 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 218 HP
Power HP
180 - 288 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
162 - 172 km/h
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Torque
410 - 665 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
85 - 160 kW
Power kW
132 - 212 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2021
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C, E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
MG
Is the Hyundai Kona offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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